A mid-life common sense health and wellness journey to examine, evaluate, and choose our ideal path — by eating Paleo, exercising daily, and using herbal based remedies — to ensure we are around to enjoy our retirement and future family.

In a sauté pan over medium heat, melt bacon fat and cook garlic and onions until tender and translucent.

Meanwhile, in a mixing bowl, gently combine pork, salt, pepper, oregano, and sautéed garlic and onions. Use a small spoon to scoop out the mixture and roll into balls, placing in baking pan. Cook in oven for 30 mins or until browned.

Add carrots and celery to chicken broth. Return to a boil.

Add browned meatballs to soup.

Add the escarole or spinach and parsley, stir.

Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer for 1 hour.

Notes

This soup is very comforting! As medicine, it is great for disgestive issues or colds and flu. Great served with Nutty Bacon Acorn Squash.